The Grand Canyon Lodge North Rim provides unparalleled access to the best activities in the area, but it is simpler than is typical of Backroads lodging. The lodge has basic guest rooms that are not equipped with televisions or air-conditioning. Overall, the service standards can seem slow and casual when compared with the hospitality found on other Backroads trips. 

At Under Canvas Bryce Canyon, we stay in large canvas-walled platform tents. Each is outfitted with a king-size bed, wood burning stove, and en suite bathroom. While our tents are comfortable, they do not have electricity or air-conditioning. Our location is close to the national parks, state parks and open land, so we may occasionally glimpse wildlife strolling through camp. With canvas walls and doors, sound may carry from nearby tents and chirping crickets, so we suggest packing earplugs.

Please note that internet and cell phone service are extremely limited throughout this trip. 

The properties we use on this trip are chosen for their character and ideal location—they are not known for their food. Meals can be simple and menu options tend to lack variety. Please be aware that options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and low-carb meals will be especially limited and substitutions are rarely available.

The National Park Service has many regulations on hiking. In Bryce Canyon National Park, your leaders can hike with you but can’t act as “interpretive guides.” They’ll also be unable to hike with you on certain trails in Grand Canyon National Park. Throughout the trip, your leaders will give an orientation to the area’s flora, fauna and terrain before your hikes and rides. Thank you for helping us cooperate with each park’s regulations.